The Lakin Riley Case and Gang Dynamics

This chapter explores the repercussions of Lakin Riley's murder and the subsequent Lacken Riley Act, examining the implications of the Tren de Aragua gang on perceptions of organized crime in the U.S. It scrutinizes the rhetoric surrounding gang violence, illegal immigration, and legal frameworks that facilitate deportation without due process. The discussion highlights the complexity of identifying gang members and the dangers of misidentification in combating transnational crime.